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Jacob Jones serves as Vice President of Information Technology at Sellars, bringing experience from Fortune 500 companies like Foot Locker and Manpower Group. With a background spanning healthcare, manufacturing, and retail industries, Jacob brings valuable insights on leading technology teams in different organizational contexts.

How does IT leadership differ between Fortune 500 and mid-sized companies? In this episode, Jacob Jones, VP of Information Technology at Sellars, shares insights from his career journey across different industries and company sizes. Jacob discusses the rewards of faster execution in mid-sized companies, the importance of maintaining authenticity as a leader, and how to build effective teams through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

With a background in telecom technology and extensive experience in managing PBX systems, Darin Ward brings expertise in navigating the challenges of the industry. From discussing security awareness to highlighting the potential benefits of telecom advancements, Darin offers valuable insights into optimizing operations and leveraging modern solutions for improved efficiency.

In this episode, Darin Ward discusses how organizations can modernize aging telecommunications infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Transitioning to cloud-based systems introduces challenges related to connectivity, redundancy and lost features. The conversation highlights strategies for balancing the transitions risks and rewards when modernizing telecommunications systems.

How can IT professionals stay relevant in a rapidly changing tech landscape? In this episode, Seth Yeack, IT Manager at Dazpak, shares his journey from Army cabling to managing IT for a packaging company. Seth offers insights on understanding business needs, automating processes, and using AI effectively in IT. He emphasizes the importance of connecting with end users, continuous learning, and adapting to

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Seth Yeack serves as the IT Manager at Dazpak, a packaging company that produces materials for major brands like Starbucks and McDonald’s. With a background in Army communications and self-taught

Yash Murali is the Chief Technology Officer at Therabody, a leading wellness technology company known for inventing percussive massage therapy devices. With experience as both a CIO and CTO, Yash has a track record of leading technology teams in private equity-backed companies, driving growth and efficiency. He brings expertise in areas like e-commerce, mobile apps, and leveraging technology to drive business value.

How can technology leaders drive growth and efficiency in private equity-backed companies? In this episode, Yash Murali, CTO of Therabody, shares insights from his career journey and experience leading tech teams in fast-paced environments. Yash discusses the differences between CIO and CTO roles, strategies for aligning teams around business objectives, and his approach to fostering transparency and trust. He also offers advice for aspiring tech leaders on staying adaptable and supporting their teams’ growth.

Jon Scarpa is the Director of IT at RDAbbott, bringing years of experience in IT leadership and a focus on effective communication and user-centric design.

With over 20 years of experience in IT leadership roles, Jon focuses on leveraging technology to drive business value and improve processes. He is passionate about building strong teams and mentoring IT professionals to grow their skills and careers.

His approach emphasizes simplifying complex technical concepts to drive business value and improve user adoption of IT solutions.

In this bonus segment, Jon Scarpa discusses the importance of simplifying IT presentations and focusing on user experience. He emphasizes the need to avoid overwhelming audiences with technical jargon and instead focus on conveying key messages that solve specific problems. Jon shares insights on effective communication in IT leadership and the value of designing solutions with the end-user in mind.

Jon Scarpa is the Director of IT at RDAbbott, a chemical manufacturing company operating throughout North America. With over 20 years of experience in IT leadership roles, Jon focuses on leveraging technology to drive business value and improve processes. He is passionate about building strong teams and mentoring IT professionals to grow their skills and careers.

How can IT leaders move beyond just “keeping the lights on” to become strategic drivers of business value? In this episode, Jon Scarpa, Director of IT at RDAbbott, shares his people-first approach to IT leadership. Jon discusses the importance of understanding business needs, building trust through relationships, and leveraging technology to support people and processes. He offers practical advice on communicating IT value to executives and growing your team’s skills while partnering with outside experts.

Brian Mccarte serves as the Director of Information Technology at Cozzini bro, the nation’s largest knife sharpening rental fiirm. With a background in manufacturing and software development, Brian has led the transformation of Cozzini into a data-driven SaaS company. His expertise spans AI implementation, ERP systems, and building strong relationships between IT and business units.

How can IT leaders leverage AI and data to drive business value? In this episode, Brian Mccarte, Director of Information Technology at Cozzini Bros, shares insights on implementing AI for customer predictions, transforming a traditional business into a data-driven SaaS company, and building confidence in IT through relationship-building and problem-solving. Brian discusses the challenges and successes of developing custom AI solutions, the importance of understanding business needs, and his vision for the future of IT leadership.